BROMPHENIRAMINE; PSEUDOEPHEDRINE (brome fen IR a meen; soo doe e FED rin) is a combination of an antihistamine and a decongestant. It is used to treat the symptoms of allergy and colds. This medicine will not treat an infection.
What should I tell my care team before I take this medication?
They need to know if you have any of the following conditions:
•asthma
•diabetes
•difficulty passing urine
•glaucoma
•heart disease
•high blood pressure
•taken an MAOI like Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, or Parnate in last 14 days
•thyroid disease
•ulcer or other stomach problem
•an unusual or allergic reaction to brompheniramine, pseudoephedrine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
•pregnant or trying to get pregnant
•breast-feeding
How should I use this medication?
Take this medicine by mouth with a full glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Do not cut, crush, or chew this medicine. You can take it with or without food. If it upsets your stomach, take it with food. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
Patients over 65 years old may have a stronger reaction and need a smaller dose.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
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CHAT NOWWhat may interact with this medication?
Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:
•bromocriptine
•MAOIs like Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate
•procarbazine
•some medicines for migraine headaches
•stimulant medicines for attention disorders, weight loss, or to stay awake
This medicine may also interact with the following medications:
•alcohol
•barbiturates, like phenobarbital
•mecamylamine
•medicines for blood pressure
•medicines for chest pain, heart disease, high blood pressure or heart rhythm problems
•medicines for depression, anxiety, or psychotic disturbances
•medicines for sleep
•other medicines for cold, cough or allergy
•reserpine
•some herbal or nutritional supplements
•some medicines for Parkinson's disease
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medication?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
•allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
•anxiety, fear
•change in vision
•cold, clammy skin
•confused, faint, lightheaded
•difficulty passing urine
•fast or irregular heartbeat
•hallucinations
•high blood pressure
•seizure
•tremor
•trouble breathing
•vomiting
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
•headache
•loss of appetite
•nervous, restless
•stomach upset, nausea
•trouble sleeping
What should I watch for while using this medication?
Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular check ups. Tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.
Your mouth may get dry. Chewing sugarless gum or sucking hard candy, and drinking plenty of water may help. Contact your doctor if the problem does not go away or is severe.
This medicine may cause dry eyes and blurred vision. If you wear contact lenses you may feel some discomfort. Lubricating drops may help. See your eye doctor if the problem does not go away or is severe.
You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol may interfere with the effect of this medicine. Avoid alcoholic drinks.
Where should I keep my medication?
Keep out of the reach of children.
This medicine may cause accidental overdose and death if taken by other adults, children, or pets. Mix any unused medicine with a substance like cat littler or coffee grounds. Then throw the medicine away in a sealed container like a sealed bag or a coffee can with a lid. Do not use the medicine after the expiration date.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Protect from light. Keep container tightly closed.
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